Martos facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Martos
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View of the rock of Martos from the Manuel Carrasco park.
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| Nickname(s):
La ciudad de la Peña
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| Country | Spain | ||
| Autonomous community |
Andalusia | ||
| Province |  Jaén |
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| Comarca | Metropolitana | ||
| Judicial district | Martos | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 259.10 km2 (100.04 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 753 m (2,470 ft) | ||
| Population
(2018)
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| • Total | 24,207 | ||
| • Density | 93.427/km2 (241.975/sq mi) | ||
| Demonym(s) | Marteño/a, tuccitano/a | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
| Postal code |
23600
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| Dialing code | (+34) 953 55 XX XX (+34) 953 70 XX XX | ||
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Martos is a city located in the province of Jaén in southern Spain. It is part of the Andalusia region.
With about 24,271 people living there, Martos is the fifth largest town in its province. The city sits on a western peak of the Sierra Jabalcuz mountain range. It is considered an important city in the metropolitan area of Jaén, second only to the capital city itself.
The main part of Martos's economy comes from farming, especially growing olive trees. There are also many industries, particularly those that work with plastic.
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History of Martos
Martos has a long and interesting past. It was once a Roman settlement called Colonia Augusta Gemella. Later, starting in the 8th century, it was ruled by the Moors under different Islamic states for over 500 years.
In 1225, King Ferdinand III of Castile and Leon gained control of Martos. He received the city from a ruler named Al Bayyasi. This was in exchange for King Ferdinand helping Al Bayyasi in his fight against the Almohads in Andalusia. After this, Ferdinand III made Martos part of his kingdom.
During the Middle Ages, Martos became a very important strategic location. To protect it, many strong buildings and walls were built around the city.
Towards the end of the 19th century and the start of the 20th century, Martos grew a lot. This growth was both in its economy and in its buildings. A big reason for this was the money made from producing olive oil. Martos became one of the richest cities in eastern Andalusia at that time.
Economy and Industry
Today, olive farming is still a very important part of Martos's local economy. However, industry is also growing and becoming a bigger part of the city's wealth.
This includes businesses that work with plastics, parts for cars, metals, and building roads. Many local companies help support the production of the French company Valeo, which has a factory in Martos.
Festivals and Celebrations
Martos hosts many fun festivals throughout the year. Here are some of the most important ones:
- Holy week: This week of celebrations is considered a special tourist attraction in Andalusia.
- San Bartolomé's festival: This is the main festival of the city, held in August.
- Carnival: A lively celebration with costumes and parades.
- San Amador: Celebrated on May 5.
- Virgin of the Villa: Held on the first Tuesday after Holy Week.
- Saint Martha: Celebrated on July 29.
- Romería of the Virgin of the Victory: A pilgrimage held on the last weekend of May.
- Festival of the olive: Celebrated on December 8, honoring the city's main crop.
Sports
The most important sports club in Martos is Martos CD.
Images for kids
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The Bell Tower of the Villa.
See also
In Spanish: Martos para niños
